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After test driving the Fit (auto and manual), Versa (auto), and Corolla (manual and auto) I went with the Fit, with the Versa a close second. I really wanted anti lock brakes, and I couldn't get that on the Versa SL until Feb'07. Plus I think the overall quality of Honda vs Nissan of North America is superior. Inside, while the Fit doesn't have the armrest, it felt more solid than the Versa. I took my hand and pushed it on different places on the dash and got the Versa squeeking several times, but the Fit was rock solid. The steering was a lot better on the Fit too, and the overall handling and feel. Plus I liked the fact that it's a foot shorter than the Versa, so there's more space in my garage. The best thing about the Versa are that it's quieter and more roomy in the 2nd row as compared to the Fit. The manual Fit was really noisy and buzzy on the highway, but the 5sp auto was much quieter, but the Versa even better. Price was about the same for both...about $16,500 for Versa SL with antilock brakes and CVT, or Fit Sport with auto. I don't much care for the side skirts of the Fit, but I wanted cruise control and you can only get that on the sport version. From what I understand, I can remove the skirt by removing a couple of bolts on each one, and I'll see if I can order the caps to put in the holes. FYI, I'm 5'8" and my wife is 5'5" and we have a 2 year old, so this will be my commuter car, plus we'll use it on the weekends. |
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Replying to: jaxs1 (Sep 06, 2006 7:30 pm)
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The CR December issue puts the Fit on top in the manual/sport version and in second place to the Versa in the auto/base version. I wonder if they compared the auto/sport version to the CVT Versa version that the Fit might have been in the #1 position in both categories. Note that the Versa in the manual version was in 4th place. The deciding factors had to do with reliability, handling, mpg, braking, and interior space. Negatives on the Fit were road noise, acceleration with the auto, steering wheel position and lack of height adjustable drivers seat. The Versa had better marks for interior comforts, noise levels, but the driving characteristics were not as good on the Fit. In the Manual category, the Fit was in first place by a pretty wide margin, while in the Auto category, the Versa SL beat out the base Fit auto by only one point. It seems like with other reviews I've read, and based on my own experience, the Fit and Versa are the top two in this category of tall 4dr hatchbacks with good interior room, with the Versa being quieter and with more comforts, and the Honda having better driving characteristics and quality. The Rio, Accent and Yaris were grouped at the bottom for various reasons.
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Replying to: thegraduate (Nov 02, 2006 7:26 pm) The Fit is by far the superior car -- compare lifetime costs, not intial purchase price. In addition to being more fuel economical, the Honda holds its value and is more reliable.
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Replying to: mugupo (Mar 12, 2006 11:38 pm)
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Replying to: swilly6 (Jan 05, 2007 7:01 pm) I was in the low 30's MPGs when the car was new, but now the MPG is getting better. I'd say my average is about 35MPG, which is right in line with the 31city/38hwy EPA estimate. My mileage on part of this trip was only 35MPG, but it was lower because I had about 20% suburb driving on that tank, plus I was driving faster on the highway, it was raining hard, and there was more traffic. I'd say based on this trip, you can get 40mpg on fairly flat terrain using the cruise and keeping the speed at about 65mph. FYI it was my wife and 2yr old in the car with about 150lbs of luggage in the back. This car really holds a lot. I had three suitcases, stroller and large diaper bag behind the 2nd row, and under the 2nd row I had a small cooler, bottle warmer, wipes, books, etc... On the trip my wife could sit in the back in the "refresh" position to take care of our daughter and it was a great setup. |
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My fit is now 5 months old and has about 8000 miles. Gas mileage is constantly between 29 and 32 mpg, which I think is more than adequate. Everything else about this car has exceeded my expectations. I own a Toyota 4Runner, Ford Expedition, Ford F150, Nissan Altima, and a Nissan Titan. The Honda Fit is my favorite!
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Replying to: degaman (Jan 06, 2007 3:54 pm) |
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Replying to: muser (Jan 04, 2007 8:23 pm) The Fit is by far the superior car -- compare lifetime costs, not intial purchase price. In addition to being more fuel economical, the Honda holds its value and is more reliable. Hey, I'm a Honda driver... nuff said on that subject?  Seriously though, some people (me included) require a car that is larger than the Fit, but can still be purchased for under $16k. The Elantra comes in with midsize interior room at subcompact price. For some, that's all they need to hear. Hyundai's reliability has improved more than many Honda buyers give them credit for, too. With a 10year/100,000 mile warranty, repair costs shouldn't be an issue for the average Hyundai buyer. |
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My choice was easy. In Canada, I believe there is nothing on the road like "made in Japan". I would be shocked if anything else produced could match a true Japanese import coming off a well established line in terms of quality and reliability. I can get good milage if I try but, with a M/T DX (it is the lightest therefore the fastest) I'm having a really hard time driving for milage and not for fun. When the new car buzz fades, fun really matters
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